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October 28, 2021
8 ways to improve your diesel fuel economy

It is no secret the US Trucking industry spends billions on diesel fuel every year. Whether you are a company driver or owner/operator, fuel efficiency and rising fuel prices will ultimately affect you in one way or another. It all comes down to the numbers, improving your fuel efficiency by just 1 MPG could save […]

October 22, 2021
5 questions to ask yourself before becoming a team driver

Team driving popularity is at an all time high with companies offering more miles and better pay. The incentives may be obvious, but there are several important considerations for any Solo driver to think about. Have you thought it all through?   Sleep? Team trucks never stop. When it comes to getting good sleep are […]

October 14, 2021
Winter Weather: Everything an OTR Truck Driver needs

Reports of snow and ice have already been coming in from several major trucking routes and just this week the interstate in Bozeman, Montana was impassable due to snow and ice. With the official start of winter still many weeks away the United States is once again preparing for a potentially harsh winter. If you […]

How does a PSP report affect my chances of getting hired?

There’s a report that company’s use to gain insight into a drivers safety record. It’s one that most drivers don’t EVEN realize exists. The FMCSA has given carriers the ability to look at a driver’s safety record for the previous 3-year history at the click of a button. If you think it is not important, think […]

November 2, 2020
Tips for Reducing Stress While OTR

Tips for Reducing Stress While on the Road Life on the road means dealing with weather issues, road construction, traffic and sometimes long hours. Plus, it’s tough being away from family and friends. It can feel like a lot to manage, and it’s common for drivers to experience stress. When you’re feeling stressed, that can […]

March 23, 2020
Tips for Truckers to Avoid Coronavirus

  Tips for Truckers to Avoid Coronavirus   Tips specific to truck drivers   We’ve all seen the top news stories on how to protect yourself against Coronavirus. This isn’t the basic list of suggestions that blanket the whole United States populations on what to do to stay safe. Rather, this is a list specifically […]

December 6, 2019
How to Keep Your Cool When Others Don’t

Getting cut off by someone on the highway.  A receiving clerk demanding the on-time policy doesn’t excuse lateness – even if only by five minutes. Another truck parking too close to your door.  Hearing excessive noise in the middle of the night inside a truck stop. It may take different forms, but drivers do experience […]

October 31, 2019
What Truckers Want Other Drivers to Know

Those trucks with which you share the road can legally weigh around 80,000 pounds. That’s 20 times the size of most automobiles. Just like you, the drivers of those trucks are doing their best to get safely to their destination.   Some people fault truckers for a lot of serious vehicle crashes. However, data shows […]

September 4, 2019
Four Tips for Better Sleep in Your Truck

As an OTR driver, you spend a lot of time on the road. Even though you get to drive to and through a lot of interesting places and meet new people, the route can sometimes feel monotonous. This is especially true if you’re sleepy or fatigued.   Although the hours of service regulations you’re required […]

August 22, 2019
Back to School Safety Tips for OTR Drivers

As with most years, summer has passed quickly, and most children are back to school. It’s back to a busy routine – and busier roads in a lot of places. Though OTR drivers don’t pass through residential areas for much of their route, it’s an occasion that requires extra safety awareness. That’s why it’s a […]